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NICU Travel Nurse (Registered Nurse/RN) – Night Shift Assignment in Eureka, California

Join a collaborative neonatal care team as a NICU Travel Nurse in Eureka, CA. This 13-week California travel nursing assignment offers the opportunity to provide specialized care in a Level II NICU while enjoying the natural beauty of the scenic North Coast.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Specialty: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Nurse
• Location: Eureka, California
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,050–$2,160
• Assignment Type: 13-week NICU travel nursing assignment
• Start Date: November 16, 2026
• End Date: February 15, 2027
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12-hour night shifts
• Shift Hours: 6:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m.
• Weekly Hours: 36 hours
• Patient Population: Neonates, including infants 32 weeks gestation and above
• Typical Patient Ratio: 1:2
• Weekend Coverage: Required according to department scheduling needs

NICU Travel Nurse Job Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse license eligible to practice in California; an active compact license must be in hand at submission when applicable
• At least 1 year of professional NICU or comparable neonatal nursing experience required; 2 years preferred
• Current BLS, NRP, and STABLE certifications
• Experience caring for neonates in a Level II NICU or similar neonatal care setting
• Experience with CPAP, high-flow oxygen, and ventilator management, including AC, PC, SIMV, CPAP, BiPAP, and PEEP
• Experience with UAC and UVC lines preferred
• Epic electronic medical record charting experience preferred
• Ability to attend high-risk deliveries and support the stabilization of infants requiring transfer to a higher level of care
• Ability to float to postpartum when needed
• Two professional references covering at least one year of work experience within the last three years

NICU Registered Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care to neonates in a Level II NICU
• Monitor and manage infants requiring respiratory support, including CPAP and high-flow oxygen
• Care for and assess neonates across a range of acuity, including infants born at 32 weeks gestation and above
• Attend high-risk deliveries and assist with the initial stabilization and transition of newborns
• Manage and monitor UAC and UVC lines in accordance with clinical standards
• Support breastfeeding, breast milk handling, and family education
• Provide age-appropriate comfort measures, including eat, sleep, and console support
• Collaborate with respiratory therapy, physical therapy, pharmacy, radiology, social services, rapid response teams, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in the electronic medical record
• Float to postpartum and support department needs as assigned

Why Work in Eureka, California?

Enjoy California’s scenic North Coast, known for its majestic redwood forests, coastal landscapes, and welcoming community atmosphere while advancing your neonatal nursing career through a rewarding travel assignment.

Apply now for this NICU Registered Nurse travel assignment in Eureka, California, and join a dedicated neonatal care team.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.